Senior Writer, Politics

Slate • Washington, DC

73d • $72,000 - $130,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Slate is looking for an experienced writer and reporter to help drive the magazine’s politics coverage. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in national politics and excels at producing first-rate journalism in multiple formats. The candidate should have good background knowledge of politics and broad sourcing, as well as great reporting initiative and a high writing metabolism. Additionally, they must be able to capture Slate’s unique sensibility, writing with both gravitas and mischief across a range of subjects. The position is located in Slate’s offices in New York or D.C., but strong remote candidates may be considered. Slate is committed to excellence through diversity, which involves attracting talented people from diverse backgrounds and traditions. We encourage everyone to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please let us know. We will do what we can to meet your needs.

Requirements

• Capacity to generate tons of story ideas, both for advancing stories already in the news and for finding unique lanes
• At least five years’ experience in political journalism
• Ability to write with clarity, gravitas, and levity
• Deep knowledge of politics
• A desire to work at a fast pace, and a willingness to pivot
• Enthusiasm for journalism and for Slate

Responsibilities

• Produce fast, keen analysis when called on to write quickly
• Write long-form reported features of the highest quality
• Break meaningful news on subjects in the national conversation
• Identify stories off the beaten path that are of high interest to readers
• Work closely with editors to elevate pieces to their maximum potential
• Collaborate with colleagues and share sourcing to elevate the entire team
• Build a broad audience for your work

Benefits

• Slate offers a comprehensive benefits program that gives eligible employees the flexibility to choose the right benefits for themselves and their families.
• There are three subsidized medical plans and two dental plans, provided by Aetna, which can be paired with flexible spending accounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees